Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus study: Diabetes Education
Official title A Hybrid Effectiveness-implementation Trial to Reduce Diabetes Distress in Teenagers
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06709755
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study will see if the STePS program helps teens feel less distressed about their diabetes and keeps their blood sugar from getting worse, both right after the program and over time.
- Who it's for
- Teens with type 1 diabetes who are receiving care at one of six diabetes clinics across the country.
- What's involved
- Participants will take part in nine 30‑minute sessions over 4.5 months, either in person or by telehealth. Teens in the control group will receive educational material via telehealth. Surveys and focus groups will be used to collect data.
- Time commitment
- The program lasts 4.5 months with about nine sessions, plus follow‑up surveys at 6 and 12 months after the program ends.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
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Who can take part
Ages 14 to 18
You may be able to join if
- T1D diagnosis for at least 1-year,
- using daily basal/bolus insulin,
- fluent in English,
- able to provide caregiver consent and teen assent to participate
- able to access telehealth via a digital device. We will focus recruitment on participants from populations under-represented in diabetes research...
You likely can't join if
- cognitive or developmental disorders,
- participants cannot be a ward of the state.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
Compensation & support
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
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Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 14 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Chicago, Illinois, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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